What is an organelle?
Q: What is an organelle?
A: An organelle is a part of a cell that does a specific job. It typically has its own plasma membrane around it.
Q: Where are most of the cell's organelles located?
A: Most of the cell's organelles are located in the cytoplasm.
Q: What is the origin of the term "organelle"?
A: The term "organelle" comes from the idea that these structures are to cells what an organ is to the body.
Q: Are there different types of organelles in eukaryotic cells?
A: Yes, there are many types of organelles in eukaryotic cells.
Q: Do prokaryotes have their own type of organelles?
A: Yes, although they were once thought not to have any, some examples have now been found. They are not organised like eukaryote organelles and are not bounded by plasma membranes; they are called bacterial microcompartments.
